Centenary Stage presents Frank Ferrante in 'An Evening with Groucho'

The one and only Groucho Marx was an unforgettable figure in this country’s history. The New York Times summed up this comedic genius as “America’s most gifted funny man.” This summer, Centenary Stage Company welcomes the performer that has been recognized and applauded world-wide for his ability to embody this legend. Award-winning actor/director/playwright Frank Ferrante brings back the classic laughs of the black and white era, in his popular touring show An Evening with Groucho on Saturday, July 13, at 8 p.m. at the Sitnik Theatre in the David and Carol Lackland Center.

Frank Ferrante recreates his highly acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in this fast paced 90 minute show full of hilarity that has been aired on PBS, and featured on stages in New York and London. Ferrante was also one of a select few interviewed on a Groucho Marx feature on the CBS Morning Show. The two-act comedy consists of the best Groucho one-liners, anecdotes and songs including "Hooray for Captain Spalding," and "Lydia, The Tattooed Lady."

The audience literally becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style. Accompanied by his onstage pianist, Jim Furmston, Ferrante portrays the young Groucho of stage and film and reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo, Chico, Zeppo and Gummo with moments from legends like Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, Greta Garbo, Marx Foil, Margaret Dumont and MGM's Louis B. Mayer.

Tickets for An Evening with Groucho on Saturday, July 13, at 8 p.m. range from $22.50 to $30 in advance and $25.50 to $35 at the door, with discounts for seniors, students, and children under 12.

An Evening with Groucho is part of Centenary Stage Company’s Jammin’ in July Summer Concert Series, which will also include Masters of Motown, The Paragon Ragtime Orchestra, and New Jersey Youth Theatre’s Production of West Side Story with a Flex Pass available to all four events at $90 per person.

Tickets are available online at centenarystageco.org, or by calling the box office at 908-979-0900. They may also be purchased through the CSC Box office at 715 Grand Ave., open 1-5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and two hours prior to each performance.

The Jammin’ in July Summer Concert Series is made possible in part through the generous support of CSC Premier Sponsor, Heath Village, the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation and the NJ State Council on the Arts.